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Spotter's notes
The exposed engine and paint scheme indicate restoration or maintenance work; likely a preserved warbird or display aircraft. The painted 'nose art' roundel on the fuselage is distinctive of WWII heritage aircraft.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
DC3
Model
C-47 Skytrain (DC-3 military)
Manufacturer
Douglas
Livery
Olive drab/green over bare metal, with a nose art roundel
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial piston engines
Thrust
890 hp (660 kW) per engine
Wingspan
28.96 m
Length
19.66 m
Height
5.16 m
MTOW
12,292 kg
Range
2,410 km
Capacity
28 troops or 6,000 lb (2,700 kg) cargo
Cruise Speed
333 km/h
Noise Rating
Approx 96 dB at takeoff (no ICAO standard for this vintage type)
Location
Airport Code
SAC/KSAC
Airport Name
Sacramento Executive Airport